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EPISODE · Dec 1, 2025 · 30 MIN

Christmas '77 - But Why the Shepherds? (Luke 2:8-20)

from Warren Wiersbe Sermons · host Warren Wiersbe

The shepherds were social outcasts—rejected and dirty. Yet, God chose to announce the birth of His promised Messiah and Savior to these lowly members of society. In this message, Pastor Wiersbe answers the question: Why was the first announcement of Jesus’ birth given to shepherds?This message was preached on December 18, 1977, at the Moody Church in Chicago, IL, when Dr. Wiersbe served as the Senior Pastor.Scripture Reference: Luke 2:1-8Stay ConnectedVisit ⁠⁠Wiersbe.com⁠⁠ to hear more sermons, search the library of Warren's writings and preachings, and discover books on Scripture and ministering to others. Copyright 2025 by Scriptex, Inc.

The shepherds were social outcasts—rejected and dirty. Yet, God chose to announce the birth of His promised Messiah and Savior to these lowly members of society. In this message, Pastor Wiersbe answers the question: Why was the first announcement of Jesus’ birth given to shepherds?This message was preached on December 18, 1977, at the Moody Church in Chicago, IL, when Dr. Wiersbe served as the Senior Pastor.Scripture Reference: Luke 2:1-8Stay ConnectedVisit ⁠⁠Wiersbe.com⁠⁠ to hear more sermons, search the library of Warren's writings and preachings, and discover books on Scripture and ministering to others. Copyright 2025 by Scriptex, Inc.

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